Carol McGuinness Solicitors are located in the city centre close to Fitzwilliam Square and are currently seeking a dedicated and organised full time or part time Family Law Legal Executive/Legal Secretary to join the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about law to grow and thrive quickly in a small, specialised practice.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to a sole practitioner in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Manage and organise legal documents, including drafting correspondence.
- Dictation typing.
- Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings with counsel.
- Communicate with clients, courts, and other law offices on behalf of the solicitor.
- Maintain and update case files and databases.
- Assist in case preparation of Booklets of Pleading and Booklet of Vouching.
- Photocopying.
- Assist in billing and invoicing processes.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a legal executive/ legal secretary, preferably in family law.
- Proficiency in legal document preparation and court procedures in family law.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of attention to detail in reviewing documents and correspondence.
- Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience using a case management system.
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures in family law.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their up-to-date CV, accompanied by a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and expressing their interest in the role, to: carol@cmcgsolicitors.ie